Gray Area: Wolves of the South WestDir: Alan LacyUSA, RT: 49:31In the American Southwest, a unique species of wolf unlike any other is making a comeback. Considered extinct nearly 40 years ago, the little known Mexican gray wolf has slowly pulled back from the very brink against all odds. From a founding population of just seven animals, this species has slowly grown to a current wild population of approximately 100, only to face a new threat from within: its own genetics.

The St Louis SixDir: Joey JuliusUSA, RT: 15Six cows ran through the streets of St. Louis after escaping a local slaughterhouse. An outraged community banded together to save their lives and find them a new home.